Keep Your Job Search Game Strong With These Tips [INFOGRAPHIC]

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We’ve welcomed a few new players to the job search field. Today’s job seekers have more resources to help draw out the Xs and Os than ever before. The wealth of online resources and social platforms can help you break free from getting caught up in zone defense and look out on all sides. Social networking, employee referrals, and even mobile devices are now helping job seekers bolt past the competition and score their dream jobs.

The infographic below — compiled by CareerShift, a comprehensive job hunting and career management solution — shares six new trends impacting job seekers. It’s time to ante up and use these game-changing trends to help you score big on the job field.

Some stats to note:

94% of recruiters use or plan to use social media in recruiting efforts

78% of recruiters hire through social media

72% of active job seekers use mobile devices in their job search

Employee referrals account for 40% of all hires

Check out the full infographic below and develop your playbook with these game-changing trends in mind.

What do you think? What are some other game-changing trends in today’s job market?